Housing & Transport

Housing

MCI Suisse SA is the exclusive housing company for EBACE2018. With a base of operations in Geneva, MCI was chosen because of their long-standing relationships with the local hotels, their ability to obtain preferential hotel rates and their first-hand knowledge of the hotels and the local area. MCI has both English and French-speaking representatives to assist you with your travel needs.

Please be vigilant: Unauthorized travel companies may attempt to solicit housing to you or your company. Many of these companies are not reputable, and their offers are deceptive and may put you at financial risk. Protect yourself and take advantage of exclusive benefits by booking through MCI.

Shuttle Bus Access to the EBACE Static Display

Due to ongoing construction at Geneva International Airport, there will be no pedestrian access to the EBACE2018 static display of aircraft. Complimentary shuttle bus service will be provided to the new static display location, which is a two-minute ride from Palexpo’s Hall 7. Buses will run continuously from 0700 to 1900 each day from 29 May through 31 May. All buses are handicap accessible.

Public Transportation

EBACE attendees are encouraged to ask for their free Geneva Transport Card at their hotels to take advantage of Geneva’s easy-to-use public transportation system for the duration of their stay.

Train

From the Cornavin Station to Palexpo:The train ride is approximately 6 minutes with trains running every 10-12 minutes. Walk across the tramway and taxi area and enter the Cornavin Train Station through the main entrance on Place de Cornavin. Walk past the ticket office and take a right. Take your first left and another left up the escalator. Proceed straight to the train direction Geneva Airport. Depart train at the Geneva Airport stop and follow the signs to the Arena – Palexpo.

From Palexpo to the Cornavin Station:Exit Halls 4, 5, 6 and walk outside past the Arena to the train station. Board train headed in the direction of Cornavin Station. Exit train at the Cornavin Station and proceed down the escalators and out the main entrance. Walk across the taxi and tramway areas to the EBACE Shuttle Bus with signage for your hotel.

Public Bus Service

In addition to the train, Geneva offers bus service (Bus no. 5) from the downtown Cornavin Train Station with a stop at Palexpo (for Halls 1-7) and at the Arena/Hall 7. The bus ride takes approximately 15 and 18 minutes.